Episodes

  • Is Nintendo Putting Out Fake Leaks?

    Is Nintendo Putting Out Fake Leaks?
    Apr 16 2026
    This week, The Punching Up crew discuss all the latest Nintendo news, including Nintendo putting out fake leaks to catch leakers, Disney's possible extraction shooter, 007 being delayed for Switch 2, and more! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:22:27 - Plant Write-ins0:30:02 - Overwatch Switch 2 Version out now0:32:31 - 007 First Light Switch 2 Version Delayed0:39:30 - The Legend of Zelda Movie has finished filming0:43:41 - Nintendo giving Fake Leaks?0:51:08 - What We’re Playing1:02:53 - Assassin's Creed Black Flag could be revealed soon1:07:17 - Disney Extraction Shooter Reportedly in Development at Epic Games1:16:16 - Xbox is reportedly discussing internally whether to return to exclusives1:28:32 - Closing Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 5 mins
  • We Saw the Super Mario Galaxy Movie. It’s Something...

    We Saw the Super Mario Galaxy Movie. It’s Something...
    Apr 9 2026
    This week, the Punching Up crew shares their thoughts on The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Tomodachi Life leaked, and what we want from future Nintendo movies. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:28:00 - Switch 2 Mario Galaxy 1+2 Bundle0:36:24 - Pokémon Chapminos Out now0:38:58 - New Kirby NSO User Icons0:42:55 - Mario Galaxy Movie has a strong first week opening0:47:09 - What We’re Playing0:59:22 - Pokopia Themed Space in London1:03:04 - Tomodachi Life Living the Dream leaked online1:05:20 - Takaya Imamura is worried about Link talking in the Zelda movie1:11:51 - Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review1:16:02 - Super Mario Galaxy Movie Spoilers1:46:32 - Closing Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 16 mins
  • These Nintendo Leaks are INSANE!

    These Nintendo Leaks are INSANE!
    Apr 2 2026
    This week the Punching Up crew discuss all the recent leaks, new upcoming Switch 2 ports, and Gene pops in to share his thoughts on The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:24:28 - Ocarina of Time Remake and Star Fox Rumors0:48:58 - New Mario Kart World Patch0:51:34 - Final Fantasy IX on Hold, according to rumors0:54:04 - Pearls Abyss is looking to bring Crimson Desert to Switch 20:57:18 - What We’re Playing1:17:24 - New Games Spotted on Listings1:19:07 - Digital Games are going to be cheaper than physical1:32:00 - PlayStation 5 is getting a price hike. Is Switch 2 next?1:41:11 - Closing Questions2:03:20 - Mario Galaxy movie thoughts with Gene Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 41 mins
  • Is the Switch 2 Struggling?

    Is the Switch 2 Struggling?
    Mar 26 2026
    This week the Punching Up crew discussed Switch 2 sales in North America, Capcom saying they won’t use generative AI, and Micah finally watched The Super Mario Movie! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:21:33 - New Switch 2 Model for the EU0:24:31 - Capcom says they won't be using Generative AI0:31:03 - Switch Big Among Teens in Japan0:46:51 - What We’re Playing1:04:22 - Square Enix Partners with Google to Put an AI Chatbot in Dragon Quest X1:10:37 - Minecraft Dungeons 2 and Minecraft Amusement Park1:15:23 - Nintendo is reportedly cutting Switch 2 production this quarter as US demand dips1:27:49 - Epic Games is laying off 1,000 employees1:34:06 - The Super Mario Movie Bros. Movie Thoughts1:56:36 - Closing Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 21 mins
  • Switch 2 Just Got a Massive Update!

    Switch 2 Just Got a Massive Update!
    Mar 19 2026
    This week the Punching Up crew discusses the recent Handheld Boost Update for Switch 2, NVIDIA DLSS 5, Octopath Traveler Series Sales, and more! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:28:21 - Handheld Boost Mode Update0:36:05 - Nivida DLSS 50:45:29 - Tunic Getting a Switch 2 Update0:47:19 - What We’re playing1:07:05 - Mario Kart World Race Wheel Licensed by Nintendo1:13:47 - Octopath Traveler Series Sales1:23:09 - Jeff Kaplin Interview1:25:20 - Closing Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 7 mins
  • Nintendo is Suing the US Government!

    Nintendo is Suing the US Government!
    Mar 12 2026
    This week the PU crew discusses Nintendo suing the US government, the final trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book release date, and more! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:15:26 - Nintendo Suing the US Government0:22:12 - Final Trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie0:34:47 - New Added to NSO0:36:57 - Resident Evil Requiem has sold over 5 Million0:40:59 - What We’re Playing1:05:29 - South of Midnight Switch 2 Release Date1:07:14 - Mega Man Dual Overide Robot Master Design Contest Finalists1:15:15 - Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Launch Date and New Trailer1:19:54 - Closing Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • Wind and Waves Could Be the Pokémon Games We’ve Been Waiting For!

    Wind and Waves Could Be the Pokémon Games We’ve Been Waiting For!
    Mar 5 2026
    This week the PU crew discusses all the news surrounding the recent Pokémon Presents, the latest indie showcase, and more! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:20:38 - Pokemon Presents Recap0:44:13 - Pokémon Pokopia Reviews are Here0:51:25 - What We’re Playing1:10:03 - Indie World Showcase1:27:39 - Warframe coming to Switch 21:27:59 - Iron Galaxy could be working on Fallout Remasters1:30:03 - New Bandai Namco RPG being shown soon1:32:04 - Capcom Spotlight1:33:03 - Closing Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 59 mins
  • They Finally Listened...

    They Finally Listened...
    Feb 26 2026
    This week the Punching Up crew discuss the Pokémon Fire Red and Leaf Green digital releases, The latest Treehouse Live, the possible release date for The Duskbloods, and more! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:34:46 - Pokémon Fire Red and Leaf Green coming to Switch0:53:08 - Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition is getting a Switch 2 Edition0:57:29 - Nintendo Treehouse Recap1:17:22 - What We’re Playing1:26:30 - Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 leaked by Bandai Namco1:30:53 - NieR: Automata sequel coming1:35:07 - The Duskbloods release date listing1:39:27 - Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition is now on Switch 21:41:36 - Closing Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 21 mins